Originally Posted by
Turbosystems
Engine oil level should be checked after the engine has run, if you use this rule "check engine oil level every time you fill up with petrol". your oil level should be at the upper level when checked.Waiting days for the engine oil to drain back is not the way to check the level.
I agree with you on this, been around cars for a long time and never heard of anything so stupid as waiting days so you can get the "accurate" oil level!!!
My oil level on my 2wd Saff never fluctuates and is always up to the correct level.